Joshua C States
Joshua C States
Journeyman Bladesmith (5yr)
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Joined: Feb 15, 2021
Last seen: Dec 22, 2024
Topics: 23 / Replies: 330
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RE: whats the best way to Polish the bevel Ricasso area?

What Kevin said. I have always used the cratex wheels and polished that spot. I tend to make very square plunges though, when most people make them ra...

2 years ago
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RE: Cable Damascus. Why does it work?

Another couple of things to know about cable is that it typically has a lot of gease imbedded in it. This must be removed before attempting to weld. I...

2 years ago
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RE: reaching out for critiques

Good plan if you are preparing for your JS test. I think I only worked on mono-steel knives for almost 2 years right before I tested. it was painful...

2 years ago
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RE: something a little different

I watched the process on FB, Truly inspirational work.

2 years ago
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RE: reaching out for critiques

So let me ask you a question. Did you shape this handle on the blade after glue-up, or off the blade before glue up? So think about this for a min...

2 years ago
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RE: reaching out for critiques

You asked for critique on fit and finish. It's difficult at best to critique from photos, but I will offer what I can. I do this the other way aro...

2 years ago
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RE: My latest hunter

Looking good Adam.

2 years ago
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RE: Scots Dirk

Side view  Completed-4.jpg

2 years ago
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RE: Scots Dirk

Today I finished the carving.  Completed-3.jpg

2 years ago
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RE: Scots Dirk

Another photo.  Sanded-1.jpg

2 years ago
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RE: Scots Dirk

I have beveled and sanded the weave and haunch knot. Tomorrow, I will add the grace lines to give it more body. Sanded-2.jpg

2 years ago
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RE: Round bar Stock

I buy both the W1 and the O1 from McMaster Carr in 1" rounds, 36" long

2 years ago
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RE: Scots Dirk

I just realized that I had to redo the layout for the weave, but never posted the pic of the second layout. Here it is.  Dialed-in.JPG

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